OLIVIA’S HUB

Olivia’s story is a reminder of how powerful the right support can be and how devastating it can be when that support is no longer there.

As a young woman navigating her mental health, Olivia found safety and stability while living in South East and Central Essex Mind’s supported housing. In that environment, she felt held by a team who understood her needs and created a space where she could begin to rebuild her confidence and wellbeing. Supported housing gave her the structure and connection she needed to feel hopeful about her future.

But when Olivia later moved into the community, the support she relied on fell away. The services she needed weren’t available, and the transition left her facing challenges she could no longer cope with. At just 21, without the safety net that had once helped her thrive, Olivia died by suicide. Her loss is felt deeply. And it has strengthened a shared commitment between her family and SECE Mind: to ensure that no one else experiences that same gap in care.

Olivia’s Cabin will be part of that promise. A warm, accessible, community‑based space where people can find support, connection, and guidance. It will stand as a long‑term legacy of high‑quality supported housing, wraparound community support, and a safe place to turn when life feels overwhelming. Olivia’s Cabin will honour her life by helping others feel less alone, more supported, and more hopeful.